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Ex-councilman heads to Iraq to help build democracy
Attorney Mark Goldberg soon will embark on a mission to Iraq for a year with RTI International to advise residents on how to set up and operate local governments.
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Sudbury workers vote on Vale Inco contract offer
However, because Vale already shut down its mining and processing operations in Sudbury for eight weeks starting June 1, the strike won't have an impact until the end of the month.
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Anglo names chairman to lead Xstrata defense
Analysts said Parker was strong choice given his experience in management and merger activity, noting that although he made no mention of Xstrata, his first comments reiterated many of Anglo's arguments that it has strong prospects as a stand-alone group.
Martinrea International - Newly Released Company Financials and...
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Big acquisition gives Neenah-based Bemis a leg up
Bemis Co. underwent a major growth spurt on Sunday - going from a $3.8 billion company to one with sales projected at $5.3 billion.
Wallbridge Mining mourns death of CEO and founder
Ltd. , has died. Laamanen founded Wallbridge Mining in 1996 and was the president of Laamanen Construction Ltd.
Chretien named as adviser to Ivanhoe Mines
Vanvcouver - Last updated on Wednesday, Jul. 08, 2009 11:10AM EDT F ormer prime minister Jean Chrtien has been named as senior international adviser to Ivanhoe Mines IVN-T and its affiliated companies, the Vancouver-based international mineral developer said Wednesday.
Investor pressure, premium key to Xstrata/Anglo deal
Xstrata could wait for shareholder pressure to build on rival Anglo American before considering a premium bid for the group, while Anglo, enjoying share outperformance, is in no hurry to break the impasse.
Rio Says Chinese Authorities Detain Four Employees From Shanghai Office
Rio Tinto Group , the second-largest iron ore producer, said four employees from its Shanghai office are being held for questioning by Chinese authorities.
Stocks to watch on the Australian Stock Exchange today: ANZ - ANZ BANKING GROUP LTD - up two cents at $16.15 British bank Standard Chartered and ANZ are set to divide up the Asian assets of embattled Royal Bank of Scotland, a press report said.
Rio Tinto Sells Part of Its Alcan Packaging Unit for $1.2 Billion to Bemis
Rio Tinto Group , the worlda s third- largest mining company, sold part of its Alcan packaging unit to Bemis Co.
Latest News : BHP sells Yabulu Nickel Plant to billionaire Palmer
BHP Billiton Ltd., the worlda s largest mining company, sold the Yabulu nickel refinery in Australia after writing down its value by $675 million, in a retreat from production of the metal.
Anglo may look for Brazil partner,...
Miner Anglo American is considering finding a partner for its huge iron ore project in Brazil, including from China, but the move is not a defense against an unwanted merger approach from rival Xstrata , sources familiar with the situation said on Monday.
A-B InBev to sell can plants to Ball Corp.
Anheuser-Busch InBev to sell can plants to Ball Corp. Carlos Brito View Larger Anheuser-Busch InBev is selling its four metal beverage can and lid manufacturing plants to Ball Corp.
Stocks to watch on the Australian stock exchange on Friday: BHP - BHP BILLITON LTD - up 40 cents at $34.30 FRS - FERRAUS LTD - up 2.5 cents at 50.5 cents MTH - MITHRIL RESOURCES LTD - down one cent at 14 cents BHP Billiton and Mithril Resources have withdrawn from the Silver Swan North nickel and gold joint venture, with full ownership of the ...
BHP offloads Yabulu nickel factory
BHP Billiton Ltd will sell its Yabulu nickel refinery in Queensland for an undisclosed sum and will book $US675 million in writedowns on the sale.
Tube City IMS Launches Web Site for Suppliers
Tube City IMS, LLC has launched a new Internet Partners Portal that will provide comprehensive information for suppliers.
FerrAus assumes control of Silver Swan North
BHP Billiton and Mithril Resources Ltd have withdrawn from the Silver Swan North nickel and gold joint venture, with full ownership of the project reverting to FerrAus Ltd.
Unclear prospects for future shipments as China talks on iron ore pricing miss deadline
Pricing talks between Chinese steelmakers and global iron ore suppliers dragged on Wednesday after they failed to reach agreement by a June 30 deadline, reports and industry officials said.
Grede Foundries files for Chapter 11
Grede Foundries of Milwaukee, which operates eight foundries including one in Reedsburg, said it has filed for Chapter 11 reorganization.